Sarah Burton’s Most Iconic Alexander McQueen Designs: Kate Middleton’s Wedding Dress, Nicole Kidman’s Met Gala Look and More

Sarah Burton is stepping down from her post as a creative director at Alexander McQueen. After joining the brand in 1997, Burton succeeded the late designer following his death in 2010. The label’s upcoming spring 2024 show in Paris “will mark the conclusion of a highly successful partnership,” read a statement released by Kering and Burton on Monday. During her tenure at the British fashion house, Burton dreamed up iconic designs for several celebrities including Kate Middleton, Nicole Kidman and Lady Gaga. Ahead, relive some of Burton’s best McQueen moments. Kate Middleton, 2011 Kate Middleton on her wedding day in 2011. Millions tuned in to watch Kate Middleton marry Prince William at Westminster Abbey. Burton designed two looks for the Princess of Wales on her wedding day, including the gown she wore to walk down the aisle. Middleton’s satin gazar wedding gown, which included a nine-foot train, was crafted by 30 seamstresses and took a year to complete. For the evening reception, Middleton wore a strapless satin gown designed by Burton, accessorizing with a crystallized belt and an angora bolero. Kate Middleton ahead of the reception celebrating her marriage to Prince William. Jessica Chastain, 2012 Jessica Chastain at the Oscars in 2012. At the Oscars, Chastain wore a black

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